Manpower Minister Josephine Teo also revealed there were 90,500 unemployed Singaporeans and permanent residents as of June this year.
The International Human Resources Technology Conference 2020 discussed how technology will be key in shaping the future of HR.
The coalition will collaborate to outline a set of guidelines for businesses and communities to help restart the economy safely.
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The deployment of 5G would contribute up to RM12.7 billion between 2021 and 2025 to the Malaysia's economy.
The reopening of the economy in the Philippines has helped the country reduce its unemployment numbers.
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The International Airport Transport Association has called on governments to open borders in a bid to save the ailing airline industry.
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The latest job data paints a bleak outlook for Japan as it continues to struggle to recover from the economic impact caused by the pandemic.
The MOM is stepping up their scrutiny and enforcement actions against employers in Singapore who blatantly practise discrimination.
Further measures such as subsidies to encourage more hiring and domestic travel are expected to be rolled out in the near future.
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Under the special measure, companies will be given 100% subsidy for employees who are on paid leave for the next three months.
Minister for Manpower Josephine Teo said the adjustment is to enable firms to access the manpower they need while ensuring a strong Singaporean core.
Zoom CEO Eric Yuan believes that the world will see a hybrid working model as solely working from home is unlikely and unsustainable.
As organisations continue to plan their recovery from the pandemic, EX is a top priority.
The airline also revealed plans to outsource ground handling at major Australian airports, including Sydney and Melbourne.
The IFC has earmarked a series of financial aid initiatives to provide COVID-19 support for MSMEs in Asia-Pacific.
The human resources ministry in Malaysia is working to reduce cases of local and foreign workers losing their jobs through the redeployment initiative
The three most common cost-cutting measures are adjustments to monthly salary components, no-pay leave and shorter work weeks.
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) also revealed the top five jobs that are offered in its weekly jobs situation report.
Hong Kong's unemployment rate eased slightly, likely helped by the newly launched government wage subsidy.
A report by the International Labour Organization and the Asian Development Bank also warned of the impact the pandemic has on youths in the region.
The latest Singapore data centre, which is its first in Southeast Asia, brings its total to 18 sites globally.
Employee wellbeing has never been more important as employers look to support their people both physically and mentally.
The two stores in India are operated entirely by women, with the number of all female-led stores to double by the end of the year.
The scheme, which was due to expire in August, will be extended by seven months until March next year at a more sustainable level.
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The RM1.5 billion programme was introduced to help workers who have been displaced by the COVID-19 pandemic find jobs.